A collection of letters written by students to their teachers expressing gratitude and reflections.
Author
Deborah Hopkinson
15 books in the catalog
Deborah Hopkinson has 15 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly historical fiction, middle grade and young adult. The titles we've reviewed span 1993 to 2017.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 8–17, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across Deborah Hopkinson's work include courage. Content concerns tend to be mild across the titles we've reviewed.
During the American Revolution, a young girl named Sarah works to bake a special cake for General Washington, facing challenges and contributing to the war effort.
#03
Sky boys : how they built the Empire State Building
Deborah Hopkinson · 2006
Concern15MildVirtue11Thin
This non-fiction book tells the story of the construction of the Empire State Building and the men who built it.
During a historical event, a young protagonist faces danger and must make difficult choices to survive and help others.
A young boy named Billy encounters a Confederate soldier during the Civil War.
This book tells the true story of a young enslaved boy who escapes and joins the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. It's a historical biography.
Apples to Oregon tells the story of a family's journey to establish an apple orchard in Oregon.
A young boy named Billy travels to Gold Town during the Gold Rush, facing challenges and learning about hard work and perseverance.
This historical novel follows a young woman training for the Olympics in sailing, facing challenges and personal growth along the way.
During World War II, a young girl named Sarah finds a hidden diary that belonged to a Jewish girl. She learns about the girl's experiences and struggles.
A young girl named Sarah finds refuge under a quilt during the Underground Railroad. She experiences fear, hope, and the kindness of strangers.
Maria, a young girl, is fascinated by a comet that appears in the night sky. She learns about astronomy and the wonders of the universe.
During the Civil War, a group of young women form a singing group to boost morale and help the Union cause.
A young girl named Birdie moves to a lighthouse with her father and learns about courage and responsibility.
A young enslaved girl in the 1850s uses her quilting skills to help others escape to freedom via the Underground Railroad.
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